
How to Play Football
Goofy demonstrates the game of football.
Directed by Jack Kinney
Produced by Walt Disney Productions
A lighthearted animated comedy short where Goofy's bumbling attempts to demonstrate football generate physical humor and cheerful chaos.
Taking all the places on both teams, Goofy demonstrates the game of football with varying results, having problems with the coach and the goal post.
Questions people ask
Is How to Play Football scary? No. Less frightening than 98% of films.
Is How to Play Football easy watching? Yes, very. More comforting than 98% of films.
Is How to Play Football sad? No. Less sad than 97% of films.
Does How to Play Football end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 90% of films.
Is How to Play Football violent? Not especially. Less violent than 73% of films.
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Like How to Play Football
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as How to Play Football
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like How to Play Football, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like How to Play Football, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like How to Play Football, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.


















































